Road Patroller
Location: Blackwater
Work type: Permanent – Full Time
About the role
Our Civil Infrastructure team currently has a permanent full‐time opportunity for an experienced Road Patroller to join our Blackwater team. You will identify and manage defects to mitigate risk and certify that the network operates in a safe and efficient manner, by ensuring asset condition is maintained to the required standard.
Responsibilities
* Provide accurate identification of defects to allow early planned intervention in accordance with the Asset Maintenance Planning regime.
* Assess, prioritise and if possible, carry out mitigating repairs to allow safe passage of rail traffic in the event of an infrastructure failure.
* Use Aurizon systems to manage information and documentation to maintain compliance to Standards.
* Supervise rail infrastructure works and carry out inspections as required.
* Be a part of a small team ensuring that work is carried out safely and effectively.
* Ensure that safety and performance targets are met by actively promoting safe behaviours.
Qualifications
* Minimum Cat 3 Hirail Certificate Qualification.
* Certificate III in Railway Infrastructure Worker.
* Extensive knowledge of track maintenance, inspection standards, systems and processes.
* High level of skill in understanding technical aspects of rail infrastructure.
* Substantial level of conceptual, analytical and problem‐solving skills.
* Sound level of computer skills.
* High level of both written and verbal communication skills.
* Open Drivers Licence (HR).
Working Conditions
The roster is 8 on / 6 off with callout responsibilities during rostered days on. The position will be home station Blackwater, and the successful applicant can choose to reside in Blackwater or DIDO may also be considered.
Benefits
* Attractive remuneration.
* Housing options & locality payment ($27k) or accommodation provided for rostered days.
* Development and growth opportunities.
* Access to mentoring and development programs.
* Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
* Parental leave program and super booster.
Advertised
Advertised: 28 May 2026 E. Australia Standard Time.
Applications close: 12 June 2026 E. Australia Standard Time.
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